Partnership with the private sector is, therefore, critical for financing SDGs,” the premier told a high level discourse on United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) sidelines late Wednesday. The event titled “Creating a Policy Vision for SDG Finance Facilitating Private Sector Investment in the SDGs” was held at the UN headquarters. Sheikh Hasina told the interaction that the private sector in developing countries already accounted for 60% of GDP, 80% of capital flows and 90% of jobs, earning their stake and obligation in SDG implementations. “In Bangladesh, our private sector is coming forward as a strong and willing partner,” she said adding that responding to their interests her government set up a number of entities under Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) to mobilise increased private sector investment for SDG. Sheikh Hasina said she was looking forward to work together to enhance private sector contribution to a sustainable future for all.

Source: Dhaka Tribune September 21, 2017 04:52 UTC